Genoa Kingston

Retirement Open House

Retirement Open House Don Billington is retiring as principal of Genoa-Kingston High School. An Open House to honor his 22 years of service will be held on   Thurs., May 23, 2013 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. . . . read more

Booster Button Day - Cancelled

Cancelled due to lack of interest. "The Genoa-Kingston Athletic Booster Club is offering Booster Button Day to Every Student at GKHS! You do not need to be no a sports team to participate. "Booster Button Day for All" will be on Friday, . . . read more

Third Grade Envision

Topic 1 - Numeration Interactive Websites Funbrain.com - Cookie Dough Math Cats - Really Big Numbers Study Jams - Place Value Fun Brain: Place Value Finder AAA Math - Place Value Beacon . . . read more

Board Election Results

 MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION GENOA-KINGSTON C.U.S.D. 424                         (WITH 10 OF 10 PRECINCTS COUNTED) . . . read more

Public Pesticide Notice

Public Pesticide Notice Genoa-Kingston CUSD 424 Student Handbook & District Website Please be advised that the Genoa-Kingston CUSD # 424 periodically uses pesticides for the control of weed growth on our property. Any . . . read more

GKHS School Musical

GK Drama Presents Once Upon A Mattress March 15-17 The Genoa-Kingston Drama Department will be presenting their spring musical, the fairy tale romp Once Upon a Mattress, beginning Friday, March 15 in the high school auditorium. Curtain . . . read more

School District Closed Due to Weather 03/05/2013

In the best interest and safety of our students and staff there will be no school at Genoa-Kingston  #424 on Tuesday, March 5, 2013 due to the winter weather advisory and forecast. read more

In response to the T-Shirt worn February 25, 2013:

Genoa-Kingston School District wishes to apologize to anyone offended, specifically anyone who has served or has family that has served in the armed forces.  Had building or district administration had the opportunity to . . . read more

5th Grade Envision Math

Topic 1 - Numeration Mr. Nussbaum - Decimals of the Carribbean Place Value Pirates Math Cats - Really Big Numbers Cool Math Place Value Topic 2 - Adding and Subtracting Whole Numbers Study Jams . . . read more

Fourth Grade Websites

Topic 1 - Numeration Harcourt Elab - Place Value FunBrain - Cookie Dough Place Value Study Jams - Place Value Internet4Classrooms 1 Place Value Quiz Internet4Classrooms 2 Internet4Classrooms . . . read more

Parking at HS

GKHS - Effective immediately, any car parked in a no parking zone at the high school will be ticketed by the Genoa Police.  This includes the area east of the high school and along the sidewalk.  This is in effect 24 hours a day. read more

Envision Second Grade

Topic 1 - Understanding Addition and Subtraction Interactive Websites Base Blocks Addition Base Blocks Subtraction Number Line Tool Sum Sense Topic 2 - Addition Strategies Interactive . . . read more

Third Grade Envision Math

Topic 1 - Numeration Interactive Websites Funbrain.com - Cookie Dough Math Cats - Really Big Numbers Study Jams - Place Value Fun Brain: Place Value Finder AAA Math - Place Value Beacon . . . read more

Envision Math 1st Grade

Topic 1: Numbers to Twelve Interactive Websites Harcourt: Numbers to 100 in Different Ways Harcourt: Count along to 100 IXL Math: Writing Numbers to 100 AAAMath Topic 2: Comparing and Ordering . . . read more

Family Fun

Family Fun Fitness Night + Used Book Sale . . . read more

GKMS ISAT Testing

All students will be participating in ISAT Testing MARCH 5th THROUGH MARCH 15th  (These dates include make-up testing.)  IT IS VERY IMPORTANT FOR YOUR STUDENT TO BE IN ATTENDANCE AND TO BE ON TIME EACH DAY OF TESTING.   . . . read more

Kindergarten Registration

Registration for Genoa-Kingston kindergarten students for the 2013-2014 school year will begin March 5th through May 31th from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm(extended hours on April 24th 8:30-7pm) at Davenport Grade School located at 123 W. First Street . . . read more

Illinois 5Essentials Survey

Dear Parent or Guardian, We are writing to inform you about a student survey that will be administered at your child’s school called the Illinois 5Essentials Survey: Organizing Schools for Improvement. This survey, developed by the . . . read more

Parent/Teacher Conferences

Parent/Teacher Conferences - February 14th & 15th The staff of Genoa-Kingston # 424 will have the opportunity to meet with the parents of our students during parent/teacher conferences on Thursday, February 14th and . . . read more

Envision Math - Kindergarten

Topic 1: Sorting and Classifying Interactive Websites The Pumpkin Patch - Sorting pumpkins Count us in Saxon Sorting Toopy's Sorting Virtual Attribute Blocks Topic 2: Position and . . . read more

20/20 Meeting - Date Changed Due to Weather

Due to potential weather concerns, the 20/20 meeting date has changed from Wednesday, January 30th to Wednesday, February 6th at 6:30. read more

2013 Flu Announcement

According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, the nation, as well as, the State of Illinois is experiencing an early flu season with high influenza-like illness activity.  DeKalb County has seen increased visits to the Emergency . . . read more

Buffalo Wild Wings Fundraiser

Junior Prom Committee Waiver read more

Legal Notice

LEGAL NOTICE Genoa-Kingston School District will be destroying temporary special education records of students who graduated, transferred out of the district or were dismissed from special education services during the school years of 2005, . . . read more

Underage Drinking Not Just a Youth Problem

The DeKalb County Partnership for a Substance Abuse Free Environment (DCP/SAFE) would like to remind our fellow community members that the expanded social host liability law in Illinois will go into effect starting Jan. 1. The revisions made . . . read more

Preschool Screening

Genoa-Kingston C.U.S.D #424 Free Preschool Screenings Available for 0-5 year Olds February 5, 2013 A screening is a quick look at how your child is learning and growing.  Your child changes rapidly . . . read more

Last Chance...

Last chance to contribute to music selection for the 2013 GKHS LipDub. Send your suggestions to gsandora@gkschools.org. Any current high school student interested in being a main headliner in this years GKHS LipDub, please see Mrs. Sandora . . . read more

Safety Audit

Parents, Guardians, and Community of Genoa-Kingston CUSD #424 Schools: The recent tragedy at Newtown, CT. has impacted all of us in many ways. Our students and our staff are of the highest priority in school safety. As a district we are . . . read more

Aramark - Letter to Parent-Guardian

Dear Parents and Guardians, We hope you had a wonderful holiday break, and would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the 2013 year! ARAMARK is proud to announce that it will be Genoa-Kingston CUSD #424’s new partner for . . . read more

Newtown, CT

Genoa-Kingston # 424 expresses its sympathy to the victims and their families involved in Friday’s school shooting in Newtown, CT. Our students, staff, and community safety is a top priority for Genoa-Kingston Schools.  While . . . read more

Pack the Bus Food Drive

PACK THE BUS FOOD DRIVE   SPONSERED BY: G-K TRANSPORATION Saturday, DECEMBER 15TH 8:00-12:00 Please help pack our buses full of non-perishable items to pack the Genoa-Kingston Food Pantry shelves with: . . . read more

Change in November Menu

During the week of November 26-30, 2012, Genoa-Kingston will be offering a new menu with different choices for breakfast and lunch..  During that week, Kindergarten-8 th grade students will have a choice between 2 “hot” entrée . . . read more

Civil War Artifact Display

The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, Department of Illinois, will be sponsoring a display of Civil War artifacts. There will be four collectors from the northern Illinois area displaying many unusual and rare items from their private . . . read more

GKHS Fall Finals Schedule

Finals Schedule First Semester 2012-2013 Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012 1A 7:50-9:15 2A 9:20-10:45 3A 10:50-12:15 Lunch, study time or student dismissal Exam make-ups 12:55-2:20   Wednesday, Dec. 19, . . . read more

Strides for Hunger

The Strides for Hunger is back for it's 2nd annual year.  Last year we had a great turn out and we were able to give the Genoa Food Pantry $500.  With your help we are trying to double or triple the value. This is a great way to . . . read more

Parent/Teacher Conferences - November 1st & 2nd

The staff of Genoa-Kingston # 424 will have the opportunity to meet with the parents of our students during parent/teacher conferences on Thursday, November 1 st and Friday, November 2 nd . I encourage all parents to make an appointment with . . . read more

Wonderful World of Christmas Craft Show

GENOA COMMUNITY WOMEN’S CLUB   WONDERFUL WORLD OF CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW   DATE: SUNDAY NOV. 11 TIME: 10-4   G-K HIGH SCHOOL . . . read more

Genoa-Kingston C.U.S.D #424 Free Preschool Screenings

Genoa-Kingston C.U.S.D #424 Free Preschool Screenings Available for 0-5 year Olds   O ctober 23rd and 24th   A screening is a quick look at how your child is learning and growing.   Your child . . . read more

April 9, 2013 School Board Elections

Information and nominating petitions for the upcoming April 9, 2013 school board election are now available at the Genoa-Kingston CUSD #424 District Office, 980 Park Avenue, Genoa, IL.  There are four (4-year) full term positions . . . read more

Sharp Chefs Need New Knives

The Genoa Kingston High School Foods department is looking for donations to purchase 5 new sets of knives. The knife sets will be used to learn and practice knife skills safely and successfully. Ms. Yargus has a donation page set up where . . . read more

Post Graduate Plan Night

Post Graduate Plan Night Wednesday September 26th!!!!!!! 7:00 PM High School Auditorium   Find out about: • College Requirements • Scholarships • Financial Aid • Other . . . read more

Mums for Mom Pickup Date

Mums can be picked up on 9/14 in the cafeteria during school lunches from 10:50 - 12:50 or they can be picked up near the booster booth during tomorrow night's homecoming games. Thank you for ordering and helping the junior class raise . . . read more

9/11

Without question we all can remember what we were doing on that day, 9/11/2001, the day that many generations will learn of in the future and current generations speak of in varying degrees practically daily. Please take a moment or two on . . . read more

Soles4Souls Shoe Drive

Most of our closets are filled with shoes we rarely wear.  Instead of dropping the unwanted pairs in the trash, consider donating them to those who can use them.  Starting Sept 7 th , Genoa Elementary will be sponsoring a shoe drive . . . read more

The Journey is the Reward - Steve Jobs

After a long Labor Day weekend, and a great start to the school year we are excited at Genoa-Kingston District #424 about the journey we are embarking on this school year. We are continuing to develop assessments for the Common Core . . . read more

Update on G-K Transportation

Thank you to everyone involved with the consolidation of our bus routes this school year.  It is well documented that the State of Illinois is funding transportation at much lower levels than ever before. Our transportation department . . . read more

Mums Fundraiser

Junior Class is currently selling beautiful white mum Homecoming corsages during the lunch periods to raise money for prom. Visit the school to pick up an order form. Deadline for ordering: September 7th Cost: $10 Optional . . . read more

Oktoberfest

September 22, 2012

Oktoberfest Celebration September 22 from 4-7 PM . Location: Trinity Lutheran Church at 33930 North State Road  Genoa, IL 60135.  It will feature a silent auction and games/activities for the kids, including apple . . . read more

Calendar Update

Calendar Update: Please note that Friday, August 31, 2012 will be a ½ day school improvement day for Genoa-Kingston Schools. Students will be dismissed at 11:30 a.m. No lunch will be served on that day. Thank you. Welcome Back! Each . . . read more

Lunch Prices for 2012

Lunch Prices for 2012-2013 Changes have been made to lunch prices for school year 2012-2013. Lunch prices are: Kindergarten – 5th Grade $2.40 Grades 6 – 12 $2.75 Adults $3.25 Reduced price lunch $  .40 . . . read more

Welcome New Administrators

Cindy Wills, Principal of Davenport Elementary Cindy Wills: Cindy Wills was born into a family of educators.The love and importance of education began early in life for her. While she was growing up,  her father was an . . . read more

Special Meeting

The Genoa-Kingston CUSD #424 Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Sunday, July 1, 2012, at 7:30 pm in the High School Community Room. read more

Registration

GKHS Registration GKMS Registration   Genoa Elementary Registration Kingston Elementary Registration Davenport Elementary Registration New to District Registration   read more

GK Softball wins Regionals

Congrats to GK Softball on their Regional Win. read more

HS Awards Night

National Honor Society Inductees Recognition  Presented By: Mrs. Donna Koehnke We would like to recognize this years National Honor Society Inductees. Membership is based upon as student’s outstanding performance in the areas . . . read more

GKMS Student Duct Tapes Principal

A GKMS student spent 70 Cogs Cards at our Cogs Store for the privilege of tying up Mr. McPherson with duct tape.  As a school, we give out Cogs cards for good behavior as part of PBIS. read more

GKHS Plant Sale

GENOA-KINGSTON HIGH SCHOOL-PLANT SALE Thursday & Friday May 10th & 11th 3:00 to 6:00pm Saturday May 12th 9:00 to 12:00pm   Flowers Thursday & Friday May 17th & 18th 3:00 to 6:00pm . . . read more

Illinois Truancy Law

The Illinois Truancy Law Has Changed.  Beginning August 2012, if your child has FIVE unexcused absence OVER THE LAST 180 SCHOOL DAYS, he/she will be considered truant. Truancy Information read more

G-K FPSers bring home State Bowl medals!

On April 27th, G-K’s three FPS Global Issues teams competed in the State Bowl in Bloomington-Normal and brought home an array of medals as well as memories! From trade barriers to Camelot to barbershop harmonies, it was a great experience. . . . read more

GKHS Lip Dub 2012

On Friday, April 20th, we hosted the first annual lip dub.  The amount of spirit expressed by students and staff exceeded our expectations.  Click on the below links to reach our lip dub and photo slideshow. LIP DUB . . . read more

AMERICAN MADNESS- Start round 2 race for a sweet sixteen spot.

Ask an AP U.S. History student or Mr. Bolger for a bracket in the Greatest American contest.  Vote for the winners online at https://www.sites.google.com/ site/gkamericanmadness/ .  Turn in your brackets to an APUSH student or . . . read more

City of Genoa, IL ,Plaintiff, v. Board of Education of Genoa Kingston Community Unit School District 424, DeKalb County, IL, Defendant.

Attached is the Genoa-Kingston CUSD # 424 School Board's motion to dismiss the City of Genoa's lawsuit. The school district will post on this website all future filings by the Board of Education and the City of Genoa. City Motion to . . . read more

G-K FPS State Champs!!

Congratulations to the G-K FPS State Champs!! IL FPS State Champions GKHS Junior Katie Gahlbeck and GES 5th grader Kasey Pennington are headed to the Future Problem Solving International Competition in June! Taking 1st place with her . . . read more

Virtual Media Center

In January of this year the Vision 2020 Group promoted a great concept in creating a Virtual Media Center for students, parents, and staff. The concept has become a reality and the Virtual Media Center is now available on our district . . . read more

Spring Sports Spirit Wear order forms

Baseball 2012 Wakoh Wear Form Baseball 2012 ESII Form Girls Soccer 2012 Wakoh Wear Form Girls Soccer 2012 ESII Form Softball 2012 Wakoh Wear Form Softball 2012 ESII Form Track & Field 2012 Wakoh . . . read more

Culvers - Prom Fundraiser

Please come support the GKHS junior prom committee by eating at the Sycamore Culver's on Tuesday, February 28th between the hours of 5 and 8 p.m. You do not need a voucher for this to count toward our earnings. Both dine-in and drive through . . . read more

Pertussis(whooping cough) - confirmed case

February 16, 2012 Dear Parent: There is a student at Davenport Elementary School that has been identified as having a confirmed case of pertussis (whooping cough).  Pertussis is a highly infectious and usually mild illness that . . . read more

GKHS Dance Team - Qualified for State

GKHS Dance Team won 1st place in the 1A Division at the Jacobs State Qualifying Competition February 11, 2012.  This is the first time that our Dance Team will compete in the state competition.   State Competition - March 4th at . . . read more

Board of Education Meeting

The January 24, 2012 Board of Education meeting will begin at 6:30 pm.     Genoa-Kingston Community Unit School District #424 Board of Education Meeting Tuesday, January 24, 2012 – 6:30 pm Genoa-Kingston High School . . . read more

Mugs and Hugs

Fundraiser for Hope Haven and the GK Art Department

Student ceramic art sale on Friday, March 9, 2012 in the Learning Center between 4-8pm.  Hand made mugs created by Genoa Kingston Art Students.  Each hand made mug is $5.00.  Half the proceeds support the art department and the . . . read more

Buffalo Wild Wings Prom Fundraiser

The GKHS Junior Class will be holding another Buffalo Wild Wings fundraiser on Wednesday, February 8th from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. at the Buffalo Wild Wings in Sycamore. If you visit Buffalo Wild Wings between the hours of 11 A.M.  and 11 . . . read more

Kindergarten Registration

Genoa-Kingston Kindergarten Registration 2012-2013   Kindergarten registration for the 2012-2013 school year continues at Davenport School. (123 West First Street, Genoa)   March 12 – May 31:  8:00 . . . read more

School is Closed - District 424

All schools in District 424 are closed on 2/24/12 due to severe weather.  School will resume on the next scheduled school day.  GKHS will remain on the same A/B schedule when we return to school. read more

Support Your Team in Color

Help support our HS Boys Basketball Team at the Friday 1/13 and Saturday 1/14 home games.   Friday 1/13 - Wear RED to support the Heart Association Saturday 1/14 - Wear ORANGE (COGS Orange-Out) . . . read more

DeKalb County Health Dept. Notification - Pertussis

        DATE:           January 5, 2012 . . . read more

Classes Resume - January 4, 2012

Classes resume on January 4, 2012 from holiday break.  GKHS students will begin their second semester classes using their A day schedule. read more

GKHS Finals Schedule

Tuesday, 12/20/11  - Finals 1A, 2A, 3A Wednesday, 12/21/11 - Finals 1B, 2B, 2B Thursday, 12/22/11 - Finals 4A, 4B read more

Help! Our GKHS Readers Are Hungry for New Fiction Books!

Currently, Donors Choose is offering donation matching through December 12th. Please visit the GKHS library grant page to make a donation to our fiction book grant, which expires in February. We still need to raise $400, but with this gift . . . read more

GKHS School-Wide Celebration

COGS CODE School-Wide Celebration       Rescheduled for January   Live Performances by:     A Blurred City Sight     &     . . . read more

2012-2013 Additional Immunization Required

ALERT! Effective for the 2012-2013 school year, the Department of Public Health will require all 6th through 12th graders to receive the Tdap immunization.  Tdap protects against Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis.  Please . . . read more

GK Boosters Spirit Wear Order Form

Complete the attached order forms and return with payment by 11/30/2011.  Items will be delivered to the schools before winter break.  Please e-mail questions to gkcogs.spirit@yahoo.com . GKHS orders should be dropped off and . . . read more

2011 GK Ed. Foundation Dodgeball Tournament

Dodgeball Tournament Saturday, November 19, 2011 at GK High School.  Check-in at 9:30am.   Teams consist of 6 to 10 players.  Registration Fee: $10 per player Register at www.gkedfoundation.org . . . read more

Congrats Cross Country

Renae Kurpius qualifying for cross-country sectionals. She placed 83rd out of 155 runners at the Oregon Sectional on Oct. 29th. read more

GK wins 1st Place

GKHS Dance Team, Color Guard, and Marching Band won first place at the Sycamore Pumpkin Parade. read more

P/T Conferences

This week the staff of Genoa-Kingston # 424 will have the opportunity to meet with the parents of our students during parent/teacher conferences on Thursday, November 3 th and Friday, November 4 th . I encourage all parents to make an . . . read more

NHS Food Drive

Food Drive What : Non-perishable food items, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, soap, deodorant, lotion, paper towels, and toilet paper will be collected by the National Honor Society for the Genoa Food Pantry.   1 . . . read more

Always Changing Artwork

Always Changing Artwork in GKHS commons featuring Intro To Art 150 and Art 200 Drawing school students.  Current focus skull drawings/artwork. read more

FCCLA Ice Cream Social

FCCLA Ice Cream Social Friday, October 21st during 1st, 2nd, and 3rd lunch at GKHS. The cost of an ice cream sundae is $1, all profits will benefit the FCCLA club. read more

Kishwaukee Engineering, Math & Science Academy (EMSA)

by G Sandora

On Wednesday, November 2, 2011, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Kishwaukee College will be hosting its annual Engineering, Math, and Science Academy (EMSA) Program Information Session for high school juniors interested in the program. The Academy . . . read more

Yearbooks - Buy Online - First Time Ever

For the first time ever GKHS is selling yearbooks online.  Yearbooks will be on sale October 10-14 for only $55.  After that the price rises to $65, so do not miss the savings opportunity.  Yearbooks can also be purchased from . . . read more

Strides for Hunger

Strides for Hunger 5K Race benefiting the Genoa Food Pantry.  The race will begin at the high school on 10/23/11 at 9:00am and will follow the Brett's run course.  Those who finish the 5k race will receive a finishers medal upon . . . read more

Remembering 9/11

GKMS collected 327 pairs of used shoes, flip flops, slippers, and boots and placed them around the horseshoe in front of the school.  Each pair of shoes will represent one life lost on 9/11/01. Later, the shoes will be donated to local . . . read more

Post Graduate Plan Night

Post Graduate Plan Night  September 21, 2011 7pm in the auditorium Open to ALL grade levels Planning for college Financial Aid Scholarships Course Planning College & Technical Schools General Post . . . read more

GKHS Homecoming Dance Sat., Sept. 24, 7-10 PM

If you are bringing a guest to the dance who is not a GKHS student, you need a guest request form to be filled out and signed. See Mrs. Underwood in Room 412 to get a form ASAP read more

GKHS Dance Team

The GK Dance team had a successful summer at the Universal Dance Association Summer Camp.  The GK Dance Team won 4 trophies and one individual trophy. They also won the opportunity to go to Orlando Florida to dance for the Capital One . . . read more

Breakfast is Served

Breakfast is Served   Genoa-Kingston CUSD #424 is pleased to announce that a “Grab and Go” breakfast will be available at each building beginning August 18, 2011.  This will be the 1 st full day of school for . . . read more

Ford Focus 2012 Competition

GKHS Multimedia and Multimedia II classes entered a Ford Focus video contest for a possible $10,000 prize.  The first place winning depends on the number of votes each video receives from June 15th to July 15th. Please take the time . . . read more